Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases innovative production and diverse samples, contributing to its distinct sound within drum and bass.

What we noticed

• — The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks like 'Nervous' and 'Babylon Rising' maintaining a relentless pace throughout.
• — Several tracks incorporate samples from various genres, such as jazz and film scores, creating a diverse sonic palette.
• — The use of intros before some tracks, like 'X Project (intro)' and 'Funk Academy (intro)', sets a thematic tone that connects the pieces.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.